Participating in the Virtusa Jatayu Season-3 Hackathon was a thrilling journey that culminated in the honor of winning. The competition gave me an immersive platform to showcase my skills, collaborate with peers, and tackle real-world challenges head-on. Winning the hackathon validated my abilities and instilled a sense of accomplishment and pride. The recognition from industry experts and peers boosted my confidence and motivated me to strive for excellence in my career. The experience of winning the hackathon offered invaluable learning opportunities. It reinforced the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and innovation in problem-solving. Moreover, it exposed me to cutting-edge technologies and industry trends, enriching my knowledge base and skill set.

Varudhini Sannappagari
Institute of Aeronautical Engineering
Runner up – Jatayu Season 3

Participating in the Virtusa Jatayu Hackathon was an eye-opening experience that broadened my horizons in technology and corporate culture. The hackathon provided a unique opportunity to interact with industry professionals and gain insights into the workings of a corporate environment. Engaging with experts from Virtusa sharpened my understanding of corporate dynamics and underscored the importance of effective communication and teamwork in achieving common goals. The culmination of my journey left me better equipped to navigate future endeavors in both technology and business realms.

Sambit Sourav Pal
SOA University
Finalist – Jatayu Season 2 

Jatayu was the best-organized and most stimulating hackathon I've attended, offering a valuable opportunity to learn from industry experts. With mentor support, we efficiently pitched our concept, leading us to secure the first runner-up place. The Virtusa team was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The live finale was flawlessly executed, making it a fantastic experience, and I eagerly look forward to future events of similar excellence.

Gaayathri M 
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College
Runner up – Jatayu season 3 

My journey at Virtusa Jatayu Season 3 has been a remarkable experience as a captain for one of the winning teams. Leading my team through development sessions and challenges has fueled our innovation. I am grateful for the support from the college and Virtusa mentors who have shaped our success. Their guidance has been invaluable, highlighting teamwork and innovative thinking. The Jatayu experience is a testimony to the power of collaboration and mentorship in achieving excellence.

Pavan Kumar Bashetti
St. Martin's Engineering College
Winner – Jatayu Season 3 

 

It's been a privilege to be part of the Jatayu Program as one of the mentors since its inception more than three years ago. The journey has been exhilarating, from brainstorming during the ideation stage with the founding team from the TIME (formerly known as TMT-West) BU to witnessing its acceptance across all BUs of Virtusa. I am incredibly proud of the campus recruits hired through this program, who now contribute to some of the largest clients we serve, excelling in their respective domains. The continuous support from the leadership team has been the guiding light for this initiative. Our Campus Hiring Team's unwavering enthusiasm and support gave this program a strong foundation. I am confident that the scale of this initiative will grow multifold in the coming years as we continue to realize the business benefits of fostering young talent with an "Engineering First" philosophy in all aspects. 

Vikram Israni
Competency Lead, High Tech Business Consulting (Mentor for TIME BU – Season 1,2 and 3)

 

Jatayu season 4 is all set to be centered around the fascinating world of genAI. This is a golden opportunity to fuel your passion for AI – challenge yourself, innovate, and join the forward-thinking community. As you work on the problem statement, this competition will groom you and your solutions to an industry-ready state that will help you stand out from the crowd. The successful completion of 3 seasons is a testimony to the excellence in our approach to building the future together.

Ashwin Sadasiva Kumar Shyam Sunder
Senior VP – Learning and Campus 

 

Jatayu innovation ideathon is a one-of-a-kind hackathon that brings together academia, student community, and industry experts on a platform where shared learning is facilitated. It tests students' theoretical understanding and builds their analytical, comprehension, and application skills to build industry-ready solutions. This season, we are looking to accelerate industry advancements by laying a focus on our theme – genAI. We are excited to co-explore a space where experiments and learnings can bring the next big industry trend to life.

Mohit Sharma
BU Delivery Head and Sr. VP

 

Virtusa's Jatayu ideathon has been a unique blend of creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology transformations for young, talented individuals. Having proven its success over the past 3 seasons, season 4 brings thought-provoking challenges that will push the students to think out of the box, fostering an environment where innovative solutions can thrive. Virtusa's Engineering First philosophy is at the core of this event as we push the boundaries of what's possible with this challenge in our hunt for the next best innovators in the industry!

Venkatesan Vijayaraghavan
Executive VP Delivery